Shop Rags Services

Quick Summary

The Department of the Army, through the W7NU USPFO ACTIVITY OH ARNG, is soliciting proposals for Shop Rags Services. This Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside opportunity requires direct-delivery of bulk shop rags and pickup of used rags for multiple Ohio National Guard maintenance facilities. Quotes are due by April 3, 2026, at 6:00 PM EST.

Scope of Work

The contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, supervision, and quality control necessary for comprehensive shop rag services. This includes:

• Delivery: Direct-delivery of new, bulk shop rags to the Combined Support Maintenance Shop (CSMS) in Columbus, Ohio. Quantities must be pre-divided for fourteen Ohio National Guard maintenance facilities.
• Pickup: Collection of used rags from the same designated drop-off locations at the CSMS.
• Rag Specifications: Rags are defined as standard red shop rags (100% cotton, 12"x12") suitable for automotive/industrial use. One specific approved product is identified as "APPROVED VENDOR Shop Towel" (Item Number: 4HP37, Manufacturer Model Number: 21820), which is a new, red shop towel measuring 12 inches by 14 inches, sold in packs of 25. Bidders should ensure they can supply this exact product if mandatory.

Contract Details

• Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
• Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14)
• Product/Service Code: S209 - Laundry And Dry Cleaning Services
• Period of Performance: One (1) Base Year (12 months) and four (4) 12-month option years.
• Place of Performance: Primarily the CSMS in Columbus, OH, for delivery/pickup, serving multiple Ohio National Guard maintenance facilities across various Ohio counties.
• Performance Hours: Monday through Friday, 0730-1630, excluding US holidays.
• Published Date: February 18, 2026

Key Requirements & Special Notes

• Performance Standards: Monthly delivery and pickup, with a single, centrally billed invoice. 100% compliance for monthly deliveries.
• Quality Control: Contractor must develop and maintain an effective Quality Control Plan (QCP) and submit it within 10 days of award.
• Security & Access: Compliance with installation access and security requirements is mandatory, including background checks, AT Level 1, iWATCH, and OPSEC training. Contractor employees must wear distinguishing identification badges.
• Personnel: A Contract Manager (CM) and alternate must be designated. Teleworking is not authorized.
• Wage Determination: This contract is subject to the Service Contract Act (SCA) Wage Determination 2015-4729 (Revision 31, dated 12/03/2025), which specifies minimum wage rates and fringe benefits ($5.55/hour Health & Welfare) for applicable occupations in specific Ohio counties. Executive Orders 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and 13658 (Minimum Wage) also apply.

Submission Information

• Quotes Due: April 3, 2026, at 6:00 PM EST.
• Questions: Submit questions to the Contract Specialist, Alan J. Cooper, at alan.j.cooper8.civ@army.mil. Questions submitted less than seven days prior to the closing date risk going unanswered.
• Attachments: Bidders must review the Performance Work Statement (PWS) attachment for full details.